The University of Queensland

EX VIVO PRODUCTION OF MATURE RED BLOOD CELLS FOR TRANSFUSION (2003–2006)

Abstract:

This project aims to establish a practical, cost efficient biotechnology platform for the expansion and maturation of blood stem cells to produce blood transfusion products. Red blood cell production will be used as the prototype model. It is envisaged that blood bioreactors will initially supplement and ultimately replace the current blood donor based process, thus overcoming the on-going donor recruitment, retention and safety issues associated with collection of single units of blood. This project is focused on providing solutions to two key technical and economical challenges: (a) achieving full maturation of red blood cells and (b) achieving at least a 100-fold intensification of the expansion and maturation process through perfusion.

Grant type:

ARC Linkage Projects

Researchers:

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  Professor Lars Nielsen

  Senior Group Leader
  

  Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology

Funded by:

Australian Research Council